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Michael Yang

Hmong veterans of Vietnam War seek burial rights in military cemetaries

Global Politics

Thousands of Hmong people in southeast Asia fought for the CIA in the Vietnam War. Tens of thousands of Hmong, including many vets, have since moved to the United States. Despite their service, though, they’re not eligible for a military burial. Pending legislation in the Minnesota House asks Congress and the President to change the law to accommodate them.

Hmong Vets of the Vietnam War Seek Military Burial Rights

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